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Very Good

#390 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 29% in state

Based on limited data

Taylorville Primary School

Elementary School · Tuscaloosa County

350 Bobby Miller Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405

Enrollment

579

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#390 of 1,356

In Tuscaloosa

#6 of 23

public schools

In district

#9 of 35

Tuscaloosa County

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Taylorville Primary School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Tuscaloosa · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.9/10

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4.6/10

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About Taylorville Primary School

Taylorville Primary School is a public elementary school in Tuscaloosa, AL, part of Tuscaloosa County. Taylorville Primary School serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylorville Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #390 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Taylorville Primary School show 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • AL avg 7.4

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.7Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Reading/ELA Proficiency82.3% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+38.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment5.0Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,564
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Taylorville Primary School — Students at Taylorville Primary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency N/A
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.3% (2024 ACAP)
School
State
82.8% (2024 ACAP)

Based on 1 test record from AL state assessments. About our data

How Taylorville Primary School Compares

See how Taylorville Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
71th percentile in AL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Location

350 Bobby Miller Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Taylorville Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Big Sandy Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Moundville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maxwell Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Duncanville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, University Place Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 4.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tuscaloosa, see our Tuscaloosa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Hillcrest High School Tuscaloosa 0.5 mi 3.9
Hillcrest Middle School Tuscaloosa 0.7 mi 4.6
Englewood Elementary School Tuscaloosa 1.4 mi 7.0
BEAR CREEK ACADEMY Tuscaloosa 1.9 mi 5.6
Skyland Elementary School Tuscaloosa 3.2 mi 6.9
Southview Elementary School Tuscaloosa 3.1 mi 6.4
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tuscaloosa 3.6 mi 8.5
Maxwell Elementary School Duncanville 3.5 mi 7.5
Duncanville Middle School Duncanville 3.9 mi 5.2
University Place Elementary School Tuscaloosa 4.9 mi 7.5
Woodland Forrest Elementary School Tuscaloosa 4.3 mi 6.9
Central High School Tuscaloosa 5.2 mi 5.8
Martin L King Jr Elementary School Tuscaloosa 5.2 mi 7.4
AMERICAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tuscaloosa 5.6 mi 6.2
Westlawn Middle School Tuscaloosa 5.6 mi 4.5
Central Elementary School Tuscaloosa 5.7 mi 7.0
Big Sandy Elementary Moundville 5.6 mi 8.9
Arcadia Elementary School Tuscaloosa 6.0 mi 6.2
Oakdale Elementary School Tuscaloosa 5.9 mi 6.6
THE CAPITOL SCHOOL Tuscaloosa 6.2 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,371

Median Home Value

$224,900

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Population

48,564

College Educated

31.4%

Homeownership

55.3%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

35.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Ashville Elementary School Ashville, AL 7.8
Austinville Elementary School Decatur, AL 7.8
Bay Minette Elementary School Bay Minette, AL 7.8
Chickasaw City Elementary School Chickasaw, AL 7.8
G W Trenholm Primary School Tuscumbia, AL 7.8
Haleyville Elementary School Haleyville, AL 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Taylorville Primary School

What grades does Taylorville Primary School serve?

Taylorville Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Taylorville Primary School?

Taylorville Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylorville Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Taylorville Primary School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Taylorville Primary School rank in AL?

Taylorville Primary School ranks #390 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Taylorville Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Taylorville Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Taylorville Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylorville Primary School has 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 ACAP).

Is Taylorville Primary School a charter school?

No, Taylorville Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Taylorville Primary School a Title I school?

No, Taylorville Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylorville Primary School?

68.6% of students at Taylorville Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Tuscaloosa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

Tuscaloosa County
District Enrollment
19,228
Schools in District
36
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,564
District Rank
#9 of 35

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